Lawn and Garden (Fall)

Considering a composite deck? Here are expert answers to homeowners' most common questions

Answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about composite decking.

Oh deer! How to keep hungry herbivores out of your yard all year-round

Tips to keep deer out of your yard all year.

How to keep pests out of your chimney

Learn more about keeping pests out and what to do if they are already in there.

How to create the perfect, four-season outdoor living space

Tips for creating the perfect outdoor living space.

Prepare your backyard now and create a safe haven for birds in bad weather

Tips to choose the right bird feeder and to keep it clean and stocked for the winter.

Prevent these 4 winter home problems now

From ice dams to power outages, be prepared for the season.

Tips to give your pet a happy, healthy fall

Tips to keep pets happy and healthy during the fall.

How to make sure your door hardware makes the grade

Tips on finding the right door hardware.

Why fall is one of the best seasons to build a deck

5 reasons fall is the best month for a deck project.

Rats! How these rodents can ruin your day

Tips to help you keep rats out of your home and what to do if you have an infestation.

Back to basics: The importance of real grass

Benefits of a real grass lawn and some tips to maintain it.

3 questions to ask when looking for your new HVAC unit

Before purchasing an HVAC system, check the size, SEER rating and maintenance needs.

Fabulous Fall Flavors: Why Autumn is ideal for gardening, plus timely tips for success

Why Autumn is ideal for gardening, plus timely tips for success.

Fall maintenance tips for a lush green lawn next spring

Tips for greener grass earlier in the spring and a thick, healthy lawn.

6 tips for throwing the best party of the year

Tips for killer outdoor parties.

Will my deck have room for a hot tub? And other questions answered

How much square footage is needed for activities on your deck.

5 yard updates you can complete in a fall weekend

Get a head start on spring and start or complete a yard project in the fall.

5 simple tips for a low-maintenance lawn

Ideas for keeping your lawn healthy without hours of work.

5 tips to amp up the natural benefits of your yard

How lawns and landscaping enhance the environment and our well-being, with yard care tips to amp up those feel-good benefits.

Considering a new deck? Avoid these pitfalls

Potential pitfalls you can encounter when building a new DIY deck.

DIY deck re-do: Resurface in a weekend

5 steps to a resurfaced deck.

Got company? 5 quick and easy refreshments for summer guests

Fast, fresh, tasty treats for easy entertaining.

Choosing the right wood for your deck project

Above-ground or ground contact wood? Find out which is best when building your wood deck.

Smart steps to beat the heat in favorite outdoor spaces

4 steps to a cool, comfortable outdoor space.

Fresh grilling ideas for entertaining

Delicious recipes featuring grapes.

Build boldly with these 4 features of advanced decking

Let your imagination run wild with these four features of composite decking.

6 sure-fire tips that save time and labor on yard work and gardening

Yard and garden tips that save time and labor.

Bee responsible! How to attract pollinators to your garden and help them thrive

Tips for attracting pollinators to your yard.

How homeowners can prepare for summer storm season

Valuable advice on how homeowners can prepare for the summer storm and hurricane season.